Thursday, December 22, 2011

Aromatherapy Thursday - Lemongrass

I have just become a proud owner of some Lemongrass plants. A friend of mine has giving me some cuttings and they are sprouting like mad. I love this herb because not only does it look pretty, it smells heavenly (just like lemons) and the aroma really uplifts my spirits in the gray winter months. But not only is Lemongrass great for aromatherapy it is wonderful to cook with and in teas; this is one of the more versatile herbs that I have found. Lemongrass is very mild and has a wonderful flavor of lemon that will pair very nicely with fish and chicken. This herb is also thought to aid in digestion.

Topically Lemongrass has been used to treat large pores and improve scalp condition. You can add a few drops of essential oil to your shampoos or body wash and mix well to benefit from these properties. If you would rather purchase products that are rich in these oils and smell wonderful there are many available for sale at ETSY that are handmade.

Its aromatherapy properties is known to help with nerves and to ease stress. I personally find this to be true as I package my lovely Sunny Lemon Grass Sachet mix I feel more calm and relaxed.

Aromatherapy can be as simple as adding a few drops of Lemongrass oil to a cotton ball to use in the car for travel or as complex as diffusing oil with multiple tones. I like to keep things simple and often will use only one or two essential oils together. Lemongrass paired with mandarin is a very refreshing and mood stabilizing fragrance. Here are some other products from ETSY shops using Lemongrass that are handmade and absolutely beautiful.

As with any homeopathy and aromatherapy you should always consult your physician first, never use it in replace of medical treatment and do a allergy test before using.